Live Oak Bank Leads Nation in SBA 7(a) Lending Activity

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Live Oak Bancshares (NYSE: LOB) was named the most active SBA 7(a) lender by dollar amount for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2025 fiscal year ended September 30, 2025.

The company secured 2,280 SBA 7(a) loan approvals and funded more than $2.8 billion to small business owners nationwide. Leadership emphasized SBA expertise, customer service, and technology as drivers of growth. Contact and website information are provided for more details.

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• Most active SBA 7(a) lender by dollar amount for FY2025
• 2,280 SBA 7(a) loan approvals in FY2025
• $2.8 billion+ placed with small business owners in FY2025

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WILMINGTON, N.C., Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Live Oak Bank has been named the most active SBA 7(a) lender by dollar amount by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The results are posted to the SBA website and display the country’s top SBA 7(a) lenders by dollar amount and loan volume for the administration’s 2025 fiscal year, which ended September 30, 2025.

“The SBA 7(a) program continues to be a vital resource for American small business owners seeking access to capital,” said James S. (Chip) Mahan III, Chairman and CEO of Live Oak. “We’re honored to support our customers in securing this essential financing by combining our deep SBA expertise, exceptional customer service and forward-thinking technology.”

Live Oak secured 2,280 SBA loan approvals under its flagship 7(a) program in the 2025 fiscal year, putting more than $2.8 billion into the hands of small business owners across the country.

“Entrepreneurs continue to choose Live Oak to bring their visions to life and fuel their growth,” said William C. (BJ) Losch III, President of Live Oak. “Our goal to be America’s go-to bank for small businesses is built on a simple principle: delivering exceptional service to every customer.”

To learn more about Live Oak’s lending services, visit liveoak.bank. 

About Live Oak Bancshares
Live Oak Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: LOB) is a financial holding company and parent company of Live Oak Bank. Live Oak Bancshares and its subsidiaries partner with businesses that share a groundbreaking focus on service and technology to redefine banking. To learn more, visit liveoak.bank.

Contacts:
Claire Parker | Corporate Communications
910.597.1592

FAQ

What recognition did Live Oak Bancshares (LOB) receive for the SBA 2025 fiscal year?

Live Oak was named the most active SBA 7(a) lender by dollar amount for the SBA’s 2025 fiscal year ended September 30, 2025.

How many SBA 7(a) loan approvals did Live Oak (LOB) report for FY2025?

Live Oak secured 2,280 SBA 7(a) loan approvals in the 2025 fiscal year.

How much SBA 7(a) financing did Live Oak (LOB) place in FY2025?

Live Oak put more than $2.8 billion into the hands of small business owners during the 2025 fiscal year.

Which period does the SBA ranking for Live Oak (LOB) cover?

The ranking covers the SBA’s 2025 fiscal year, which ended on September 30, 2025.

What reasons did Live Oak leadership give for the SBA lending results?

Company leaders cited SBA expertise, exceptional customer service, and technology as drivers of their lending activity.

Where can investors find more information about Live Oak Bancshares (LOB) lending services?

More information is available at liveoak.bank and through the company’s investor and corporate communications contacts.